Nine Common Myths of Therapy

Nine Common Myths of Therapy

Many of us who could benefit from therapy may still avoid it because of inaccurate preconceived notions.  If you only know about therapy from what you’ve read in books or seen in movies, well—who can blame you for being hesitant?  Let’s peel back the curtain a...
How to Gently Tell Someone They Need Therapy

How to Gently Tell Someone They Need Therapy

You feel awful seeing a friend or loved one go through a tough time, especially when resources exist that could greatly reduce their suffering.  If you know someone you care about could benefit from therapy but you’re unsure how to broach the subject with them, here...
Am I Codependent?

Am I Codependent?

Codependence is one of those things that doesn’t seem to be all that bad. In fact, people who exhibit codependent traits and characteristics are often well-liked ordinary functional members of society. Things could be a lot worse, right? What is Codependence? Becoming...
Is Child Therapy Effective?

Is Child Therapy Effective?

Your child is struggling with behavioral issues or has experienced a recent trauma or loss. Early therapeutic intervention is one of the best ways to help them cope. Countless studies show how incredibly devastating unresolved childhood trauma can be.  Consequently it...
How to Manage Stress and Anxiety

How to Manage Stress and Anxiety

The past few years have been a lot. The uncertainty. Inflation. Politics. That underlying thought of, what’s next?  Balancing all of that, PLUS daily life. Let’s just say, if you searched “how to handle stress,” or “how to stop a panic attack,” you’re definitely not...
Teen Mental Health: How to Know When Your Teen Needs Help

Teen Mental Health: How to Know When Your Teen Needs Help

Here’s something you’ve said or thought, probably more than once:  I’m so glad I’m not a teenager in today’s world—I’m so glad social media wasn’t around when I was a teen! Yet, if you’re a parent of a teen you likely still feel some of what they’re feeling—plus an...